FujiFilm JX300 vs Olympus XZ-1

On this page, we are evaluating the FujiFilm JX300 and Olympus XZ-1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the JX300 (14MP) and XZ-1 (10MP) and the JX300 (1/2.3") and XZ-1 (1/1.63") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The JX300 was introduced around the same time to the XZ-1 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short overview of how the JX300 matches up vs the XZ-1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix JX300 and Olympus XZ-1. The whole galleries are provided at FujiFilm JX300 Gallery and Olympus XZ-1 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm JX300 provides physical measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Olympus XZ-1 has proportions of 111mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 275 grams (0.61 lbs).

Check out the FujiFilm JX300 and Olympus XZ-1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the JX300 compared to the XZ-1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the JX300 and XZ-1 is 95 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements just by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph here will give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the JX300 and XZ-1.

Clearly, the two cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The JX300 having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the FujiFilm JX300 will render extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics more aggressively.